Best 5 Best Crock Pot Applesauce Recipes

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When it comes to comfort food, few things can beat a warm bowl of homemade applesauce. And what could be easier than making it in your crock pot? With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a delicious and healthy snack or side dish that the whole family will love. Whether you prefer your applesauce chunky or smooth, tart or sweet, there's a crock pot recipe out there to suit your taste. So grab your apples, your crock pot, and let's get started!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKED APPLESAUCE



Slow-Cooked Applesauce image

My sweet and chunky applesauce is a perfect snack or side dish with your favorite entree. Because it's prepared in the slow cooker, you can fix it and forget it before you and the family head out for some fun. -Susanne Wasson, Montgomery, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 6h20m

Yield 12 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 pounds apples (about 18 medium), peeled and sliced
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the apples, sugar, water, salt and cinnamon. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until tender. , Turn off heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Mash if desired. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CROCK POT APPLESAUCE



Crock Pot Applesauce image

This is our family's favorite applesauce. I found the recipe over 20 years ago when I was looking for something to make in the crock pot that I received as a wedding gift.

Provided by LoveBakedIn

Categories     Sauces

Time 3h25m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 lbs tart apples, cored and sliced thin
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Mix apples (about 12 cups) with cinnamon and sugar and put into crock pot.
  • Pour water and lemon juice over apples. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.8, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 4.4, Carbohydrate 58.8, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 48.1, Protein 0.8

SLOW COOKER APPLESAUCE



Slow Cooker Applesauce image

This applesauce is super easy to make because it cooks in a crock pot while you are doing something else.

Provided by Leda Meredith

Categories     Dessert     Side Dish     Snack     Sauces     Sauce

Time 6h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pounds/1.8 kilograms apples
1/4 cup/57 grams light brown sugar, or 3 tablespoons honey; optional
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; optional
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; optional
1 cup/236 milliliters water
1 tablespoon/15 milliliters lemon juice

Steps:

  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 4 mg, Sugar 19 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 12 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPICED SLOW COOKER APPLESAUCE



Spiced Slow Cooker Applesauce image

This easy and delicious spiced applesauce slow cooks to perfection. My kids and I came up with this recipe one fall weekend. It's a family favorite.

Provided by A.S.G.

Categories     Side Dish     Applesauce Recipes

Time 6h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 apples - peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
½ cup water
¾ cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Steps:

  • Combine the apples and water in a slow cooker; cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours. Stir in the brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice; continue cooking another 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 7.7 mg, Sugar 34.4 g

SLOW COOKER CIDER APPLESAUCE (NO SUGAR ADDED)



Slow Cooker Cider Applesauce (No Sugar Added) image

This spicy applesauce requires no added sugar because the apples and spices are sweet enough on their own. The smell of the apples cooking with the spices makes the entire house smell like apple cider!

Provided by Cookingfor9

Categories     Side Dish     Applesauce Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 pounds apples - peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Layer apples into a slow cooker. Sprinkle cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg over the apples.
  • Cook on High until apples are soft, 4 to 5 hours. Whisk apples vigorously for a chunkier-style applesauce. Puree with an immersion blender for a smoother applesauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 1.7 mg, Sugar 14.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: For the best flavor, use a variety of apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Gala. Look for firm, unblemished apples that are free of bruises or rot.
  • Peel and core the apples: Peeling and coring the apples will help to remove any unwanted flavors or textures from the applesauce. You can use a vegetable peeler and a melon baller to make this process easier.
  • Add some spices: A variety of spices can be added to applesauce to enhance its flavor. Popular choices include cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. You can also add a bit of lemon juice or orange zest for a brighter flavor.
  • Cook the applesauce on low heat: Cooking the applesauce on low heat will help to prevent it from burning or sticking to the bottom of the slow cooker. Stir the applesauce occasionally to ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Use a food processor or blender: Once the applesauce is cooked, you can use a food processor or blender to puree it until it reaches the desired consistency. If you prefer a chunky applesauce, you can leave some of the applesauce unblended.

Conclusion:

Making applesauce in a crock pot is a simple and easy way to enjoy this delicious and versatile fruit. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and healthy applesauce that can be enjoyed on its own, used as a topping for pancakes or waffles, or added to baked goods. So next time you have a craving for applesauce, give the crock pot method a try. You won't be disappointed!

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